Ashley Atwood
Senior Logistician
Rockledge,FL
Summary
Veteran Supply Specialist bringing 20 years' experience with the United States Army. Excellent multitasker and problem-solver with a superior work ethic and strong communication skills. Knowledgeable in inventory management, documentation and automated tracking. Adept at inspecting, storing and issuing equipment and materials.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
7
7
Certificates
Work History
Media Operations Logistics
NASA Kennedy Space Center
01.2024 - Current
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all accredited media coming to NASA's Kennedy Space Center Press
Site. - Vet and credential all media and space industry partners coming to Press Site.
- Set up and manage on-site media credential check-in, which includes designing badges, ordering badges for print, making sure security is aware of the badge design and when to permit access to media with badges, organize the badges for efficient dispersal at our off-site badgin facility, check names off the roster of approved as they check in.
- Coordinate media events and activities logistics, which includes securing access to secure facilities across property, coordinating with other departments across KSC to schedule events and activities, scheduling buses and security sweeps, and disseminating itineraries, proper safety rules, and proper attire to all participating media.
- Coordinate film crews after gaining project approval from NASA headquarters. This duty entails hosting virtual meetings with directors to establish crew needs, then working with other departments to secure access to facilities and/or participation from subject matter experts.
- Assist fellow media operations staff at Press Site to
ensure the logistics operations such as temporary structures, land surveys and wildlife assessments (primarily protecting the keystone species, the gopher tortoise), mowing of essential outdoor areas, are completed prior to media activities. - Train other Press Site staff to support media activities as bus escorts, credentialing check-in support, and remote camera support.
- Record keeping of media attendance by compiling data to provide upper management how many media were approved, how many attended, and how many are US citizens or foreign nationals.
- Trained Foreign National Escort to transport and escort foreign nationals from designated and non-designated countries. Must know escort-to-media ratio and be fully briefed on export control and security concerns with foreign media. Secure separate transportation for foreign media and space industry partners.
- Works with high-level visitors such as government officials and celebrities, interfacing and accommodating
these visitors for launch activities, media engagement, and tours. - Completing multiple trainings to be fully briefed on security and safety measures of various secure and active operational facilities on KSC property such
as the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB), High Bay 3, Launch Complex 39B, Crawler Transporter (CT), Mobile Launcher (ML), and more.
Senior Supply Sergeant
United States Army
11.2003 - 06.2024
- Performed as Senior Logistic Advisor in Civil Affairs
Battalion; responsible for functional expertise in
areas of logistic, supply management, property
book management, movement control, plan,
coordinate, monitor, and execute logistics
preparation. - Researched and coordinated with over 50 local
vendors across United States to establish series of
hotels and restaurants willing to do business under
Lodging In Kind and Substance in Kind programs to
feed 300 Soldiers and house over 90 Soldiers
monthly. - Managed and maintained 3 barracks buildings
valued at over $100 million dollars. - Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies
and equipment needed for unit daily activities (40
different Commands) estimate each unit 4 billion
dollars' worth of property with no discrepancies. - Army Contracting Office Representative and oversaw 20 Afghanistan local nationals at 6 different locations, contracts total estimate $6 million with zero discrepancies.
- Planned and organized all logistical support for 2
Brigade level's and 6 Battalion level's Best Warrior
Competition's. - Lead, train, cared for and supervise multiple
platoons of 30 Soldier's to provide and sustain
combat service support. - Develops and implements detailed event and staffing plans to ensure coordination of program and guest activities.
- Serves as primary contact at logistical support for public outreach and/or engagement programs involving multiple organizations across assigned Center; as well as external partners and entities.
Physical Security Officer
United States Army
02.2016 - 08.2023
- Offered subject matter expertise to all levels of leadership (Company, Battalion, Brigade, and
USARC) surrounding physical security strategy and
performed site inspections to adhere to physical
security strategy and standards. - Enforced security policies and removed violators
and unauthorized individuals from premises to
maintain safe environment. - Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to
document security activities and specific incidents. - Manage training sessions for new security personnel
to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
Facility Manager
United States Army
06.2016 - 04.2020
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance for Pennsylvania and Michigan state laws.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Developed and oversaw budgets for facilities and worked within cost restraints.
- Coordinated with cleaning and janitorial services to keep facility clean and presentable for occupants.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
Education
Certificate of Training - Logistics And Materials Management
DOD Sustainable Procurement Program
DAU Online 02.2020 - 2020.02
Certificate of Training - Logistics Management
Overview of Acquisition Ethics
DAU ONLINE 02.2020 - 2020.02
Certificate of Training - Security Services Administration And Management
Physical Security Officer
Orlando, FL 02.2016 - 2016.02
Certificate of Training - Mental Health Services
Soldier Leader Risk Reduction Tool (SLRRT)
Coraopolis, PA 09.2016 - 2016.09
Certificate of Training - Supervisor Development Course
Supervisor Development Course
DAU Online 04.2015 - 2015.04
Certificate of Training - Business Management
Company Team Leader Course
DAU ONLILNE 06.2014 - 2014.06
Certificate of Training - Urban Education And Leadership
Structured Self Development Level 3
SGM Academy Online 09.2014 - 2014.09
Certificate of Training - Logistics And Materials Management
Advance Leadership Course
Camp Parks, CA 05.2001 - 2013.10
Certificate of Training - Urban Education And Leadership
Advance Leadership Common Core
SGT Major Academy Distance Learning 06.2013 - 2013.06
Certificate of Training - Management
Manager Development Course
DAU Online 02.2011 - 2011.02
Certificate of Training - Logistics Management
Warrior Leadership Course
Fort Dix, NJ 08.2008 - 2008.08
Certificate of Training - Logistics And Materials Management
Weapon Unit Supply Specialist
Fort Lee, VA 02.2004 - 2004.05
High School Diploma -
Cocoa Beach Jr.Sr High School
Cocoa Beach, FL 08.1999 - 2003.05
Skills
Accountability documentation
Accomplishments
- Managed and maintained 3 barracks buildings valued at over $100 million dollars for 2 years with zero discrepancies
- Planned and organized all logistical support for 2 Brigade level's and 6 Battalion level's Best Warrior Competition's
- Army Contracting Office Representative and oversaw 20 Afghanistan local nationals at 6 different locations, contracts total estimate $6 million with zero discrepancies
- Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of over 250 employees, 8 buildings, technology and materials.
- 5 Army Commendation Medal's
- 7 Achievement Medal's
- 2 NATO Medal's
- 1 Afghanistan Campaign Medal
Certification
Logistics and Materials Management
Timeline
Media Operations Logistics
NASA Kennedy Space Center
01.2024 - Current
Logistics and Materials Management
02-2022
Certificate of Training - Logistics And Materials Management
DOD Sustainable Procurement Program
02.2020 - 2020.02
Certificate of Training - Logistics Management
Overview of Acquisition Ethics
02.2020 - 2020.02
GCSS-Army Training and Certification system (GTRAC
03-2019
Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials
07-2017
Certificate of Training - Mental Health Services
Soldier Leader Risk Reduction Tool (SLRRT)
09.2016 - 2016.09
Soldier Leader Risk Reduction Tool (SLRRT)
09-2016
Facility Manager
United States Army
06.2016 - 04.2020
Physical Security Officer
United States Army
02.2016 - 08.2023
Certificate of Training - Security Services Administration And Management
Physical Security Officer
02.2016 - 2016.02
Security Services Administration and Management
02-2016
Certificate of Training - Supervisor Development Course
Supervisor Development Course
04.2015 - 2015.04
Supervisor Development Course
04-2015
Certificate of Training - Urban Education And Leadership
Structured Self Development Level 3
09.2014 - 2014.09
Certificate of Training - Business Management
Company Team Leader Course
06.2014 - 2014.06
Company Team Leader Course
06-2014
Certificate of Training - Urban Education And Leadership
Advance Leadership Common Core
06.2013 - 2013.06
Certificate of Training - Management
Manager Development Course
02.2011 - 2011.02
Certificate of Training - Logistics Management
Warrior Leadership Course
08.2008 - 2008.08
Certificate of Training - Logistics And Materials Management
Weapon Unit Supply Specialist
02.2004 - 2004.05
Senior Supply Sergeant
United States Army
11.2003 - 06.2024
Certificate of Training - Logistics And Materials Management
Advance Leadership Course
05.2001 - 2013.10
High School Diploma -
Cocoa Beach Jr.Sr High School
08.1999 - 2003.05
Volunteer work
- Cocoa Beach Chamber of Commerce (2022 - Current)
- Brevard County Special Olympics (2023 - Current)
- Rockledge High School Renaissance Parents (2021 - Current)
- Rockledge Lacrosse Team (2021 - Current)
- Toys for Tots (2008 - 2022)
- Family Readiness Group (2008 - 2023)
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